"Mirage" is the debut single from the Norwegian band Heyerdahl, as they prepare for the release of their forthcoming album, Øen. Stream the single below, and check out the accompanying video as well. Expect the album on January 28 via Red Eye Transit. Website // Facebook Page
Artist: Grieves Song: I Ate Your Soul Album: Irreversible (2007) (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Website // Facebook Page Check out past Throwback Posts
The five-piece blues rock group known as Terraplane Sun released a six-song Friends EP back in October, one year after the release of their debut album, Coyote. Stream "Ya Never Know" below, then grab the single via iTunes. Website // Facebook Page
As 2012 comes to a close, we thought we would share our thoughts on the best albums of the year. Like last year's top albums list, this year's list includes our favorite twenty-five albums, composited from a combination of each of our contributor’s own lists. Of course, ranking these albums was anything but straightforward, but after much deliberation, here is what we came up with: 25. Rebelution - Peace Of Mind The Santa Barbara, California-based reggae band known as Rebelution released their third studio album on January 10 through their own record label, 87 Music. Peace Of Mind was released [...]
Along with our list of the top albums of the year which will be unveiled tomorrow, we would also like to share our thoughts on the best mixtapes and EPs of 2012. Like last year's top Mixtapes/EPs list, this list was composited from a combination of each of our contributor’s own lists and was narrowed down to our favorite ten. It was hard to pick just ten considering how many great mixtapes/EPs we have all listened to this year, but here is what we came up with: 10. Brother Ali - The Bite Marked Heart The Bite Marked Heart is the [...]
Artist: Common Market Song: Swell Album: Tobacco Road (2008) (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Website Check out past Throwback Posts
Shields is the fourth studio album by American indie rock band Grizzly Bear. The group, which formed in Brooklyn, New York in 2002, consists of Chris Bear, Ed Droste, Daniel Rossen, and Chris Taylor. The album has charted well since its release on September 18, reaching number seventeen on the UK Albums Chart, and number seven on the U.S. Billboard 200. Listen to our favorite tracks, then grab the entire album via the iTunes link below. More from Shields: Website // Facebook Page
Thirty-two-year-old singer/songwriter Regina Spektor released her sixth studio album on May 29, three years after her last release, Far. Born in Moscow, Soviet Union, Regina has used her exceptional story telling ability and broad vocal range to create six unique full-length albums over the past eleven years. Her latest work, What We Saw from the Cheap Seats, was promoted through two recent tours, and has received generally favorable reviews from critics. More from What We Saw From The Cheap Seats: Website // Facebook Page
British alternative indie rock group Alt-J (Stylized as "∆") released their debut studio album, An Awesome Wave, on May 25. According to their website, "The delta sign is created when you hold down the alt key on your computer keyboard and punch ‘J’ on a Mac computer. The symbol has a deeper meaning for the band, as guitarist/bassist Gwil Sainsbury notes, “in mathematical equations it’s used to show change,” and the band’s relatively new name came at a turning point in their lives." The album has so far received favorable reviews from critics, and it appears that this is just [...]
With his first solo release since last year's Higher Learning Vol.2 mixtape, the West Coast rapper Fashawn released Champagne & Styrofoam Cups on November 20. Check out a few of our favorites below from the thirteen-track project, then download the entire mixtape for free via DatPiff. (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Download the entire mixtape for free via DatPiff Website // Facebook Page
Artist: Common Song: GO! Album: Be (2005) (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Website // Facebook Page Check out past Throwback Posts
Alabama Shakes is an American rock band consisting of Brittany Howard (Vocals), Heath Fogg (Guitar), Zac Cockrell (Bass), and Steve Johnson (Drums). The group formed in Athens, Alabama in 2009, and on April 9 they released their debut album, Boys & Girls. The LP received three nominations for the 2013 Grammy Awards, including one nomination for "Hold On" which can be streamed below. Website // Facebook Page
The American rapper known as Big Boi released his second solo studio album today, two years after the release of his debut solo album, and six years after the release of his previous album as a member of the hip hop duo Outkast. Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors features numerous guest appearances, including Phantogram, Kid Cudi, T.I., Ludacris, Little Dragon, A$AP Rocky, B.o.B, and Theophilus London among others. Listen to "Lines" and "She Hates Me" below. More from Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors: Website // Facebook Page
"Default" is the first single released from the alternative rock & electronic group Atoms For Peace, as they prepare for their forthcoming debut album, Amok. Formed in 2009, the group consists of Radiohead lead singer Thom Yorke and producer Nigel Godrich, Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, Joey Waronker of Beck & R.E.M., and instrumentalist Mauro Refosco. Expect the debut album in February, 2013. Website // Facebook Page
Artist: Wu-Tang Clan Song: C.R.E.A.M. Album: Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) (1993) (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Facebook Page Check out past Throwback Posts
Chill Bump, a rap duo out of Tours, France released their fourth EP yesterday, titled The Loop. The EP follows three other free releases, including "Starting From Scratch," "Back To The Grain," and "Hidden Strings." Producer Bankal and emcee Miscellaneous make up the duo, who will undoubtedly be releasing a debut LP in the near future as their fan base continues to grow. Listen to our favorites below. (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Download the entire EP for free via Bandcamp's name your price option Website // Facebook Page
Electronic music composer (and YouTube celebrity) Ronald Jenkees released his third independent album on November 21, three years after his last album, Disorganized Fun. Jenkees began making music in 2003, and Days Away is another prime example of the wide variety of genres that can be found in his music. Using keyboards and various PC-controlled electronic synthesizers, Jenkees creates multi-tempo music ranging from techno to rock and roll. Listen to our favorites below. More from Days Away: Website
Collaborating since 2004, emcee Murs and producer 9th Wonder have come together once again time for the release of their final album together, aptly titled The Final Adventure. Beginning with their critically acclaimed debut album, Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition, the duo have churned out an album every two years, including Murray’s Revenge in 2006, Sweet Lord in 2008, and 2010’s Fornever. The duo have decided to move on to other endeavors, but they leave us with another quality LP. Listen to "Whatuptho" below. Murs' Website // Facebook Page 9th Wonder's Website // Facebook Page
Each day I go through multiple music submissions from up-and-coming artists, as well as their managers and fans. I really enjoy a lot of the music I receive, and I’ve decided that the best way for me to post all the songs I like is to share a couple of them at a time, every couple weeks. Check out this week’s featured artists: Fossil Collective - On & On Website // Facebook Page Founds - Caves Website // Facebook Page The Trouble With Templeton - Six Months In A Cast Website // Facebook Page Lerix - Great Mind Website // Facebook Page [...]
Artist: The Roots Song: You Got Me (Feat. Erykah Badu) Album: Things Fall Apart (1999) (To download, right click “Download” and “Save File/Link As”) Website // Facebook Page Check out past Throwback Posts
Good(ish) Music
Holy Ghost! "Dumb Disco Ideas"
The Weeknd - Kiss Land
Daft Punk - Random Access Memories Unboxed
Kendrick Lamar - Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe (Explicit)
MØ - Waste Of Time (Audio)
Sunday #148
Ciara – Goodies (BORGEOUS Remix)
José González – Crosses (Dinner Date Remix)
Kanye West Performs “New Slaves” And “Black Skinhead” On Saturday Night Live
